Bike Safe
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We strongly recommend to all our members to take advantage
of this facility. This is a truly enjoyable day with everyone
learning something about their riding skills.
BikeSafe is an initiative run by Police Forces around the United Kingdom who
work with the whole of the biking world to help to lower the number of motorcycle
rider casualties. By passing on their knowledge, skills and experience, police
motorcyclists can help you become a safer more competent rider. |
They help you to increase your ability and confidence,
so you can get even more enjoyment from riding your motorcycle.
The Bikesafe initiative is a nationwide plan of action to reduce
the number of motorcycle accident casualties by promoting safer
riding.
You can find more information on the Bike Safe website - Click
here
Remember by passing this assessment you may be entitled to discount
on your insurance.
Group Riding
Planning the Ride
It's always a good idea to prepare
a map of the route with all the stops indicated. If some
bikes become separated from the group, they can 'catch up' at the
next stop.
If you're not out for a scenic ride, plan the most direct route
to an event or activity. Highways offer the following advantages
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Ride and have fun
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Ride-Out Guidelines
Without boring you all to death with rules etc. it is hoped these
suggestions will help us all have a safe and fun ride-out
Before leaving home do a power check on your bike, no don't start
it up and rev its brains out - a P.O.W.E.R. check
P etrol
ensure you have sufficient fuel for the journey
O il
check the oil levels
W ater
only if you have a V-Rod or you have a real problem
E lectrics
check lights, turn signals and horn
R ubber
you lot are getting worse, check tyres, tread, pressure and for
debris
If the bike is O.K. check the weather, pack what kit you need, and
head for the assembly point.
A good idea is to plan to arrive 20-30 min, before the set off time
to allow you to say hello to everyone,
listen to the SHORT briefing and still be ready to leave on time.
New riders, those who have not ridden with our group before or those
running in a new bike should speak to the Road Captain or the Safety
Officer as it is preferable for them to be in the lead group (a
strange but true fact is that the lead group will travel at a much
slower speed than those behind)
Setting out
The rideout will be lead by the Road Captain who has overall control
of the group and whose decisions will be based on the safety of
the group as a whole.
The Road Captain will be assisted by the Safety Officer and nominated
Road Marshals.
You should follow the instructions of the Road Captain as relayed
to you by the Road Marshals
The Road Captain, Safety Officer and Road Marshals will wear Hi
Viz Vests and have illuminated passing lamps, if fitted.
The ride will be in Staggered Formation with the Road Captain occupying
the lead outside position
(this gives the Road Captain the best view back down the following
formation)
If sufficient bikes are in attendance the rideout may be split into
smaller groups for safety and to allow other vehicles to pass if
necessary.
Marshals may also take the lead of smaller groups if necessary
(for instance if the group is split by traffic)
On Route
During the rideout we will obey all speed limits and traffic regulations
We will maintain the staggered riding formation wherever possible,
this allows the group to remain tight but gives enough room for
manoeuvres where necessary.
Riders should try, as much as possible, to maintain a steady speed,
any need for acceleration or slowing down should be carried out
as smoothly as possible to reduce any "accordion" effect
within the group.
Once you have occupied a position within the group (i.e. nearside
or offside) this position should not change except when riding on
a particularly narrow road or when overtaking vehicles.
OR
If a Road Marshal overtakes, you should not change your position
except to let them pass. Once they have passed, you should resume
your previous position.
Please check you mirrors for Road Marshals who may have to overtake
the group. (if your bike has passing lamps we would appreciate if
you do not use them during the rideout as illuminated passing lamps
is a useful way of identifying a Road Marshal .)
Only Road Marshals should overtake other riders in the group.
A First Aid Kit will be carried on all rideouts by one of the Road
Marshals
If you (or your bike) should breakdown during a rideout a Road Marshal
will ensure you have assistance.
Most important - Be safe but bring with you a sense of humour
and aim to have fun. |
